Shot Show 2016 - 327 FM Levergun Say it Isn't So

[gregs]

Yea, I know its mean, real mean.  Should get some views though, lol.

OK, I'd like to start a discussion on what it would take to build one for less than what a Marlin 32 H&R is running on GB and the cost to convert from H&R to FM.

1.  327 runs the pressure right on up there so what actions do you think will hold up in the long run.  I was contemplating a carbon steel Rossi 357 as the base platform

2.  Been stalking Green Mountains web site for the past 6 months looking for a barrel.  At one point I was thinking of reboring an old Winnie 92 in 25-20 or lining it but I think the chamber pressures are alittle much for the liner and the older steel hardness in the frames won't hold up to a steady diet of full house rounds.

3.  Besides a new extractor, what else do you think will need to be done?

  A.  Recut/bush the boltface?

  B.  Larger ejector?

  C.  Cartridge guides?

  D.  Install a sleeve inside the mag tube to keep ctrgs alined?

Your thoughts please.

[450ak]

I think you are on the way to build your own. The cartridge stop will need to be lengthened also though. You'll have to make parts or modify existing unless you can find some 32/20 guides, extractor, ejector and cartridge stop. Timing may be an issue but that's later in your project.

[450ak]

And, yes a 357 would be a good choice to start with. And a Winchester pattern of course.